Ryan McGinness may live in New York, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have some Los Angeles secrets to share. The multi-medium artist was in Tinseltown recently to launch his new Hennessy V.S. label as part of the brand’s Limited Edition bottle series. We caught up with McGinness during his brief trip in town to find out where he likes to eat, play and stay in the City of Angels.

Where were you born: Virginia Beach, VA

Neighborhood: NOER (North of Eagle Rock)

Occupation: Artist

Favorite Restaurant: Tavern

Best Sushi: Shunji

Best Italian: Arkitip

Best dessert: A.O.C.

Best place for a romantic date: Ripley’s Believe It or Not

Best Sunday brunch: Larder at Burton Way

Best place for a power business meeting: In-n-Out Burger parking lot near LAX

If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? The Standard